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Flu cases rise to 275 at JBSA-Lackland, US Rep. Castro says
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Samuel Rocha IV , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The total number of confirmed cases has risen to at least 275.
Influenza cases are increasing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The total number of confirmed cases has risen to at least 275. This is an increase from the more than 150 cases reported last week.
S. Rep. Joaquin Castro announced the updated number of cases in a news release.
The outbreak is affecting military recruits at the base. Further details about the outbreak can be found through KSAT 12, which has been following the situation and providing updates as more information becomes available.
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Category: local Published: June 25, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Influenza cases are increasing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The total number of confirmed cases has risen to at least 275. This is an increase from the more than 150 cases reported last week…
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